Intra-Operative Phlebography of the Short Saphenous Vein

Abstract

The short saphenous vein is more and more often held responsible for the onset and development of varicose conditions and post-operative recurrence. In order to perform complete posterior saphenectomy account must be taken of the frequent anatomical variations in the outflow of this vein. A method of intra-operative phlebography of the short saphenous vein has been developed. The results confirm the high rate of the anatomical variations. Intra-operative phlebography facilitates complete posterior saphenectomy without negative effects in terms of surgical trauma and cosmetic results, thanks to the new technical developments.